JJ McCarthy reacts to Jim Harbaugh leaving Michigan for Chargers. Wolverines QB marks Harbaughand’s new HC assignment..
After Jim Harbaugh was announced as the next head coach of the Los Angeles Chargers, his quarterback J.J. McCarthy, was one of the first to congratulate him on his new job.McCarthy posted a touching tribute to X with a message and photo series for the departing Michigan coach..
Both McCarthy and Harbaugh are now headed to the NFL right after leading the Michigan Wolverines to a national championship. Harbaugh and McCarthy enjoyed great runs at Michigan, with Harbaugh reaching the College Football Playoff in both of McCarthy’s seasons starting for the Wolverines, posting a 27-1 overall record..
Harbaugh helped McCarthy develop into one of the best passers in college football, completing 67.6% of his passes for 6,226 yards and 49 touchdowns against 11 interceptions..
Harbaugh’s leadership helped McCarthy earn first-team All-Big Ten honors in 2023 and the Griese-Brees Quarterback of the Year Award. Because of that collegiate performance, McCarthy is expected to be the top pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.Now Harbaugh will pair up with Justin Herbert, while J.J. McCarthy will join another team after the draft. Harbaugh built a reputation for developing quarterbacks like Andrew Luck, Alex Smith, Colin Kaepernick and McCarthy. In Herbert, Harbaugh combines a former Offensive Rookie of the Year with a Pro Bowler with an explosive arm. If all goes well, it should be fireworks for the Chargers with Harbaugh..
